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Finding Motivation During Difficult Times

6th Jan 20214th Jun 2021
by J-D

During this challenging time that we are going through as a global family, I see in myself and others a decreased level of motivation. If you look up the original meaning it of the word it emphasizes movement; or ‘to move’. I see in myself and others less movement. The word burnout is being used more frequently as well as resilience. It would also seem like we have even higher levels of stress and anxiety than ever before. Read more “Finding Motivation During Difficult Times” →

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A Tale of Two Trees

8th Jun 20204th Mar 2021
by J-D

As you might know, within the Christian tradition, our human condition is defined by the choices Adam and Eve made. You might recall, Eve was seduced by the Enemy into believing that there is another way to become God-like than eat from the tree of life.

This second tree became the symbol of our downfall and we have forever lived under the curse that was brought about because of the choices made by the original man and women. Read more “A Tale of Two Trees” →

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Signs of the Times

7th Jan 2020
by J-D

It is 2020 and very exciting! I am looking forward to using my abilities and gifting in a new way this year that will bless many. May you find wonder and inspiration in every day to fully live out your purpose wherever you are.

With this new season I look around at what is happening spiritually and physically and connect the trends to find meaning. Read more “Signs of the Times” →

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The Most Valuable Skill for CEO’s

21st Aug 201926th Aug 2019
by J-D

Perhaps you recently read my aphorism for CEO’s. It is the first step in my process of serving leaders of small business and startups better. The job of the CEO in today’s times is changing. No longer is it control and command, but connect and collaborate. The CEO needs to hold the space and facilitate the emergence of well-being for everyone involved in the business. The most valuable skill any CEO can have today is informed by an understanding of the seen and unseen world and how they interact. Read more “The Most Valuable Skill for CEO’s” →

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Why Be an Entrepreneur!?

5th Aug 20195th Aug 2019
by J-D

I have been coaching startups and small business owners for the last 13 years. My experience has been as as a contractor, employee and entrepreneur. As many of you know, entrepreneurship is difficult. But there might be a few things that you do not know about entrepreneurship, and startups specifically. Have a seat; let’s chat. Read more “Why Be an Entrepreneur!?” →

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What is Spiritual Intelligence?

17th Jul 201917th Jul 2019
by J-D

When the apple fell on Newton’s head and all of us started to follow his teachings we created the faith of materialism. What we can see is real. We went from worshiping many gods, to worshiping one God, to worshiping material things. As the new world view inspired by the reconciliation of quantum and Newtonian physics is starting to influence our daily lives we need to activate our spiritual intelligence to lead.

What the Q!?

We are born with multiple intelligences, not just Read more “What is Spiritual Intelligence?” →

Inspiration

Urgency Addiction

3rd Jul 20191st Jul 2019
by J-D

In my role as coach I tend to focus on reflection and insight. I help individuals and leaders gain perspective in their life so that they can rejuvenate their focus and energy. It is a shift away from urgency addiction. Renewed focus and energy ultimately leads to greater results. It is not about creating more goals and targets, but taking a pause and Read more “Urgency Addiction” →

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CEO’s Have Only Three Things they Need to Do

6th May 201912th Jun 2019
by J-D

Over the last 16 years or so I have worked with various CEO’s in various industries. Some of them were at the helm of large corporates and others were pioneers of disruptive technology. I have helped them understand the leadership imperative far beyond execution. Our Newtonian world tells us that stuff is more important than being.

But we forget, we are human beings, not human doings. Read more “CEO’s Have Only Three Things they Need to Do” →

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CEO Strategic Foresight

16th Apr 2019
by J-D

There is a story that is your story. It is the story of perseverance, dedication and excellence. It is the story of suffering, pain and rejection. It is the story of not being enough. As you read this you are also writing the next chapter of your own story. When you write your story, you are also writing the story of many others. You are influential. You are a leader. You are a CEO.

Not Enough

Even though you have been at this for many years you are at a point where you need to transcend who you are so your business and organisation can transcend itself. Deep inside you there is lingering power that can only be released with the help of your Creator. You know this is true, but it seems like a mountain that is impossible to overcome. Read more “CEO Strategic Foresight” →

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Why I had to Leave the Church to Save…

12th Feb 201928th Feb 2019
by J-D

A few years ago I realised that in order to keep my faith and my marriage in tact I needed to get out of the institutional church. I love God and my wife and in that order those are the two most important relationships in my life.

Unfortunately I had repeated experiences in multiple churches that did not agree that my priorities were correct.
Before I continue I want to make it very clear that I write out of a position of disappointment and sadness, not anger. Read more “Why I had to Leave the Church to Save my Faith and Marriage” →

What the Q!?

Not Enough

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